By Mallory Johnson Published: May, 2015 Everyone knows that river otters are otterly adorable, but did you know all of the traits and adaptations that make these clever creatures so amazing? River otters are NOT sea otters. What’s the difference? Among other things, sea otters are marine mammals that live in the salty seawater. River […]
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Join This Year’s Spectacular Bay Parade
By Sejal Choksi-Chugh Published: May, 2015 Attention all swimmers, kayakers, rowers, stand-up paddlers, surfers, boaters, sailors and Bay enthusiasts—come join San Francisco Baykeeper’s second annual Bay Parade. It’s going to be a spectacular celebration on the Bay, for the Bay! On Sunday, May 31, starting at 11 a.m., you’re invited to parade on the water […]
The Sharing Economy Comes to a Marina Near You
By Joel Williams Published: May, 2015 Matt and Jessie sat on the bow of a 26-foot Crosby Pleasure Tug as it glided across the calm, turquoise waters off Fort Lauderdale. The sun was just beginning to dip towards the horizon and Jessie was wondering if there was something wrong with Matt; he seemed to […]
A Brief History of Alameda Island (Part 1)
By Captain Ray Published: May, 2015 Back in '09, I wrote a series of columns on the history of the islands of San Francisco Bay. I now realize that I overlooked several: Alameda, Mare and Bay Farm. The status of all three as islands has sometimes been questioned but, like those who refuse to accept […]
Federal Agencies Team Up for Big Solar Buy
By Bill Picture Published: May, 2015 It’s no secret that property owners can lower the cost of buying and installing solar panels by combining their purchasing power with other solar-inclined shoppers to get what amounts to a group discount. Last month, four federal agencies announced they’re partnering for one of these aggregate solar purchases, the […]
Spring Is in the Air at Jack London Square
Published: May, 2015 Spring is in the air this month at Jack London Square! From crafters to car buffs, the Oakland waterfront will be filled with fun events for everyone to enjoy, including Cartopia, Patchwork Show: Modern Makers Festival, NorCal Session Beer Festival, Aeolian Day and many more. Jack London Square’s free Cartopia kicks off […]
Searching for Meaning at Sea
By Paul Duclos Published: May, 2015 The updated paperback edition of local author David Helvarg’s Saved by the Sea: Hope, Heartbreak and Wonder in Our Blue World was released by Thomas Dunne Books (an imprint of St. Martin’s Press) in April. It is the story of longtime journalist Helvarg’s personal love, loss and redemption in […]
WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES May 2015
Published: May, 2015 Every Day 12:30PM/2:00PM/4:30PM – 90-minute SF Bay Sail – San Francisco Sailing Company, Pier 39 Marina, San Francisco, (415) 378-4887, www.sailsf.com A private yacht experience for only $45, departs 3 times a day including two drinks: Beer, Wine, Soda or Water. Call (415) 378-4887 or go online to www.sailsf.com and […]
WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES May 2015
Every Day 12:30PM/2:00PM/4:30PM – 90-minute SF Bay Sail – San Francisco Sailing Company, Pier 39 Marina, San Francisco, (415) 378-4887, www.sailsf.com A private yacht experience for only $45, departs 3 times a day including two drinks: Beer, Wine, Soda or Water. Call (415) 378-4887 or go online to www.sailsf.com and book immediately. We sail by Alcatraz on […]
Around the Bay in May 2015
Published: May, 2015 Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise Take mom out for a champagne brunch with Commodore Cruises on Mother’s Day! Cruise on San Francisco Bay while enjoying amazing white glove service, gourmet brunch, dancing and spectacular views. The DJ will provide all your dining and dancing music aboard a luxury yacht. The cruise leaves Alameda […]




